Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1 1/2  tablespoons   oil
   1      large         onion -- chopped
   4      ounces        green chilies -- chopped
     1/2  teaspoon      turmeric
     1/4  teaspoon      cinnamon
     1/2  pound         white rice
  14 1/2  ounces        chicken broth
   2 1/2  tablespoons   water
   1                    bay leaf
     1/8  teaspoon      cayenne pepper
                        scallions -- chopped

Preparation:

Heat oil in large heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and chilies and stir until onion is translucent. Mix in turmeric and cinnamon. Add rice and stir 2 minutes. Add chicken broth, water, bay leaf and cayenne pepper. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, cover and cook until liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Sprinkle green onions on top before serving